Zvezda signs contract with SHI to build Arctic LNG vessels

Russia-based Zvezda Shipbuilding Complex has selected Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) to construct LNG carriers for the Arctic LNG 2 project.

According to the agreement, SHI will act as a technological partner due to its expertise.

The South Korean firm will also provide technical specifications and design documentation for the LNG carriers’ project.

SHI will design LNG ships with 45MW power capacity, which will help to safely transport LNG while breaking up to 2.1m-thick ice in -52°C temperature.

An...

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Hill International-led consortium to develop Thessaloniki port

Hill International-led consortium has won a contract from Thessaloniki Port Authority (THPA) in Greece to support the major expansion works at Thessaloniki port.

The consortium also includes Rogan Associates. It will deliver design and project management services for the expansion project.

South-east Europe transportation hub Thessaloniki Port spans over an area of 1.5 million metres squared.

Being a part of the core network of the Trans-European Transport Network, the port also serves as a key...

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